Heather Platt
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Dedicated Adult Nurse Practitioner with expertise in patient education and chronic disease management. Proven success in developing individualized care plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality healthcare.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Community Health & Wellness of Winsted
Winsted, CT
01.2025 - Current
- Provide high quality Primary Care and Social Services for patients in need of healthcare or mental health services.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and evaluations of adult patients.
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient needs and medical histories.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive health strategies.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Trinity Health of New England
Cheshire, CT
08.2017 - 01.2025
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and evaluations of adult patients, ordered and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests, diagnosed diseases, formulate and prescribed treatment plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Worked as a team in caring for Patients with other Providers and staff in clinical procedures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health record systems.
Covid Vaccine Clinic Lead
Trinity Health of New England
Waterbury, CT
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Formulated safety guidelines for storage, handling and administration of covid vaccines.
- Wrote emergency protocols for vaccine clinic.
- Oversaw all the vaccinator's and provided education and support as guidelines changed.
- Lead the transition for immunizations to be given in individual offices.
Lead Practitioner in Covid Clinic
Trinity Health of New England
Waterbury, CT
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Served as Clinical Lead for the Covid Clinic during covid-19 pandemic.
- Responsible for evaluating and treating patients suspected of having virus and Covid-19 positive patients
Adult Nurse Practitioner -Extended Hours Clinic
ProHealth Physicians
Torrington, CT
02.2015 - 01.2020
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to urgent care patients with acute illness and injury determine diagnosis and treatment plans.
- Performed point of care testing for acute illness such as flu, strep, urinary tract infections, as well as stabilized and triaged patients to ER if further care was warranted.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery and outcomes.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management, promoting self-care strategies.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Charlotte Hungerford Primary Care
Torrington, CT
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and evaluations of adult patients with acute and chronic disease processes.
- Responsible for assessment, evaluation and treatment of patients as well as monitoring patient responses to treatments.
- Assisted in clinical procedures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Provide routine women's wellness exams as well as emphasis on health teaching and health promotion.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Community Health & Wellness
Torrington, CT
09.2010 - 08.2016
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and evaluations of adult patients.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, men and women health screenings, coordination of specialty care including mental health, HIV and substance abuse treatment.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- February 2011, opened a satelite office in Winsted, CT and was the sole Provider for the patients in that office.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
ProHealth Physicians
Torrington, CT
01.2009 - 10.2010
- Provided medical and nursing services to individuals emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention, as well as monitored patient responses to treatments.
- Provided mentorship to nursing students during clinical rotations and training sessions from area Universities.
- Worked in collaboration with other providers in providing a high level of care to our patients.
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Greater Waterbury Primary Care Associates
Prospect, CT
01.1997 - 12.2008
- Worked in collaboration with large group of physicians to provide medical care to individuals with acute and chronic health care problems.
- Served as Clinical Coordinator for diabetic research studies conducted within the practice.
- Precepted nursing practitioner students from area programs.
- Served as liaison between staff and management for any staff issues and concerns.
Community Outreach Nurse
Saint Mary's Hospital
Waterbury, CT
05.1994 - 12.1996
- Made home visits to patients with chronic diseases.
- Responsible for assessing patients status after discharge from hospital and educating patients and families about their diseases and health promotion.
- Instructed early diagnosed diabetics on nutrition, medication administration and proper self-care.
- Provide skin and wound care consultations to area ECF's.
Nurse Resource Coordinator
Saint Mary's Hospital
Waterbury, CT
11.1987 - 05.1994
- Managed Recruitment program for St. Mary's Hospital Department of Nursing.
- Responsible for development of recruitment materials and advertising.
- Screening prospective candidates for RN, LPN, NA and clerical positions and then determine eligibility for employment.
- Assisted in planning the orientation for new employees.
- Responsible for overseeing daily staffing and monthly scheduling for the Department of Nursing.
Staff Nurse - Medical-Surgical ICU
Saint Mary Hospital
Waterbury, CT
07.1981 - 11.1987
- Care for critically ill and injured patients.
- Assisted charge Nurse for my shift with staffing, patient assignments, and troubleshooting any problems that arose throughout the shift.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, promptly reporting changes to medical staff.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding and adherence to healthcare regimens.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT12-1996
Master of Science - Nursing
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT08-1994
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Hartford
West Hartford, CT09-1989
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Saint Mary's School of Nursing
Waterbury, CT06-1981
Skills
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Adult health management
- Patient education
- Diagnosis and treatment
Affiliations
Connecticut Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Society
Adjunct Faculty Yale School of Nursing
Certification
Registered Nurse - State of Connecticut
APRN - State of Connecticut
AACN Certification - Adult Nurse Practitioner
Timeline
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Community Health & Wellness of Winsted
01.2025 - Current
Covid Vaccine Clinic Lead
Trinity Health of New England
01.2021 - 05.2021
Lead Practitioner in Covid Clinic
Trinity Health of New England
03.2020 - 11.2020
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Trinity Health of New England
08.2017 - 01.2025
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Charlotte Hungerford Primary Care
08.2016 - 07.2017
Adult Nurse Practitioner -Extended Hours Clinic
ProHealth Physicians
02.2015 - 01.2020
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Community Health & Wellness
09.2010 - 08.2016
Adult Nurse Practitioner
ProHealth Physicians
01.2009 - 10.2010
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Greater Waterbury Primary Care Associates
01.1997 - 12.2008
Community Outreach Nurse
Saint Mary's Hospital
05.1994 - 12.1996
Nurse Resource Coordinator
Saint Mary's Hospital
11.1987 - 05.1994
Staff Nurse - Medical-Surgical ICU
Saint Mary Hospital
07.1981 - 11.1987
Master of Science - Adult Nurse Practitioner
University of Connecticut
Master of Science - Nursing
Sacred Heart University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Hartford
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Saint Mary's School of Nursing